Questions about Insurance?

If you have dental insurance and are concerned about coverage do not hesitate to reach out to our friendly staff. Our team here at Gentle Dental will help you with any payment or insurance questions you may have and will work closely with you to help you get the most out of your dental plan.

About Payment

Gentle Dental aims to be as gentle on your wallet as our dentists are when providing treatment. Our professional staff will help you get the most from your dental insurance benefits and explain any deductibles and co-pays to you.

The Gentle Dental Smile Plan

The Gentle Dental Smile Plan is perfect if you don’t have dental insurance and offers significant savings. The plan has no waiting period, involves no paperwork, and covers all pre-existing conditions.

You can enroll as an individual, couple or family and receive significant discounts on preventative services including exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and x-rays, as well as a host of other dental services. All other services including specialty care such as extractions, root canals, and orthodontics are discounted 20% from our list prices.

The Smile Plan is effective immediately and there are no claim forms to fill out and no maximums. Seniors 62 and older receive additional discounts on enrollment fees and parents can keep children on their family plan until age 26.

Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for everyone to obtain quality dental care at an affordable price.

Flexible Financing

We understand that you don’t always have the cash at hand, that’s why we accept most major credit cards and offer flexible financing options which can be helpful if you require more extensive work, orthodontics, or cosmetic procedures that aren’t covered by insurance. These plans can offer:

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We want to make paying for dental services as easy as possible. For more information, call us toll-free at 1-800-GENTLE1 to get in touch with the Gentle Dental Office in your neighborhood.

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To Know Us Is To Love Us

LEARN ABOUT US

Kirkland Gentle Dental is conveniently located in the medical plaza at the southwest of U.S. Interstate 405 and Northeast 132nd Street. Our office is slightly northwest of Evergreen Healthcare Medical Center.

Our late evening hours on Mondays and Tuesdays, and our all-day openings on Saturdays make it easy for you to plan appointments for you or your child around your busy schedule. We also offer early morning hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays if you want to plan an appointment before work or school. We accept almost all forms of dental insurance, and we offer options for our clients without coverage, including payment plans and a Dedicated Dental Plan that lowers the cost of most procedures by 20 percent or more.

Our practiced and knowledgeable team of dentists, dental hygienists, and oral surgeons can assist you with general family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, root canals, periodontal treatments, and many different types of oral surgery. Our goal is to make every patient we see a client for life by offering a comfortable, peaceful environment. Our attentive support staff and experienced dental professionals will ensure you have a positive experience every time you visit our facility.

Come visit our office or call 425-651-4598 to schedule your appointment or consultation today. Our thoughtful, knowledgeable front office staff will make sure you get an appointment that works with your schedule no matter what your dentistry needs are.

Meet The Team

WHO WE ARE

Aravind Buddula

Aravind Buddula

D.M.D., M.D.S., M.S. Periodontist

About Me
Dr. Aravind Buddula’s father, a pediatric surgeon, served as his initial inspiration and played a key role in shaping his career. He loves treating his patients and giving them the gentle care they need for great oral health. Delivering periodontal services at multiple Gentle Dental offices throughout the Seattle region, he brings a wide range of knowledge and experience to each patient’s care.

His love for his profession is reflected in his achievements. While studying Dentistry at a top dental school in his home country of India, Dr. Buddula received an award from the International College of Dentists for achieving the highest marks in Prosthodontics. He furthered his education with a Masters of Dental Surgery in Periodontics from the College of Dental Surgery in Manipal, India. He went on to pursue a Certificate in Public Health at the Oklahoma University of Health Sciences in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He then attained his D.M.D degree at Tufts School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Buddula made the Dean’s Honor Roll for his exemplary performance on the National Dental Board examination, and was selected by the world-renowned Mayo Clinic to complete his Fellowship in Periodontology and Masters in Biomedical Sciences. His work there earned him the Dental Student Award for outstanding achievements from the American Academy of Periodontology. Especially interested in implant surgery, he has multiple articles on this topic in international, peer-reviewed journals, and his papers have been accepted for presentations at various national and international conferences. He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology and American Dental Association.

Recognizing that patient care and understanding are the essence of any health profession, Dr.Buddula has genuine love and concern for his patients. This fact was acknowledged when he was placed amongst the best periodontists in patient care at the Mayo Clinic, based exclusively upon the positive patient feedbacks he received.

In his spare time, Dr.Buddula enjoys watching movies and playing cricket. He is fluent in English, Telugu and Hindi.

Affiliations

Camelia Espahbod

Camelia Espahbod

DDS, MSD, Board Certified Orthodontist

About Me

Dr. Esphabod’s patients are her first priority and it is her sincere desire to serve them to the very best of her ability. She is careful to make certain that their needs and wishes are being met and that she pays very close attention to all their concerns. As an orthodontist, with her strong general dentistry background, Dr. Espahbod has been able to diagnose patients in multiple aspects of dentistry and work effectively with other dentists and specialists when needed.

Dr. Espahbod received her Dental Degree from the Bogomolets National Medical University Dental School in Kiev. She received her M.S.D. in Oral Medicine from the University of Washington and her Certificate in Orthodontics from the NYU College of Dentistry. She’s a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Board of Orthodontics, the American Dental Association and the Washington State Dental Association. She also speaks Russian and Persian.

In her spare time, Dr. Espahbod enjoys swimming, cycling, running and skiing along with reading and cooking. She loves to travel and spend time with her family and friends.

My Credentials

Education

D.D.S.–Bogomolets National Medical University Dental School
M.S.D., Oral Medicine–University of Washington
Certificate of Orthodontics–NYU College of Dentistry

Affiliations

American Association of Orthodontists American Board of Orthodontics American Dental Association Washington State Dental Association

Karen Sheppard

Karen Sheppard

D.D.S. General Dentistry

About Me
Dr. Sheppard says, “Dentistry has so much to offer patients: not just the comfort of a healthy smile–new technology enables me to give my patients the beautiful, white smile they feel is important.” Her dedication to her patients is one of the reasons she chose Gentle Dental: “I enjoy building doctor-patient relationships. Trust is so important in helping patients deal with their dental fears, so they can enjoy healthy, beautiful teeth. Gentle Dental provides the environment, along with an excellent staff, to make this a reality.”

Dr. Sheppard has a diverse dental background: she’s served her country as an Army Reserve Dental Officer; worked at the University of Colorado School of Dentistry; and has been in practice for 25 years. She’s received the Quintessence Award Recognition for Dental Research, as well as the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology Certificate of Recognition. She’s a member of the A.D.A., WA State Dental Association, and the Snohomish County Dental Association. A graduate of the University of Colorado School of Dentistry, she loves life in the Pacific Northwest, where “on my days off I become a great tourist–exploring, learning, and enjoying the area’s wonders.”

Education

D.D.S. – University of Colorado School of Dentistry

Affiliations

Stan Lin

Stan Lin

D.D.S. Endodontist

About Me

Raised in the Pacific Northwest, Dr. Lin, a published author in the Endodontic field, is proud of the work he has performed on his patients and is committed to providing the highest standard of quality and care.

Dr. Lin earned his bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Puget Sound, in Tacoma, before obtaining his D.D.S. from New York University College of Dentistry with honors. Upon graduation from dental school, he relocated to Hawaii to complete an Advanced Education in General Dentistry certificate through the Lutheran Medical Center and he remained in the islands and practiced as a general dentist for 3 years before beginning his post doctorate Endodontic residency. He received his Endodontic Certificate from the prestigious Oregon Health & Science University. He also speaks Mandarin and Taiwanese.

Dr. Lin enjoys playing with his dog, paddle boarding, hiking, and traveling to unique places such as Antarctica with his wife.

Education

B.S., Economics–University of Puget Sound
D.D.S.–New York University School of Dental Medicine
Advanced Education in General Dentistry certificate from Lutheran Medical Center
Endodontics Certificate–Oregon Health & Science University

Affiliations

American Association of Endodontists
American Dental Association
Hawaii Dental Association

I LOVE this team of people and actually enjoy going to dentist! Sick and twisted for some folks, maybe but this team just "gets it". A variety of personalities all focused on YOU, the customer and making sure you have a good experience. They utilize services for appointment reminders and I've had great luck getting in earlier when there was a need to do so. I highly recommend this Gentle Dental office and particularly this team.

My wife and I went to gentle dental because it was in our network. I had a cleaning there and my wife had a cleaning and a little work done, I have liked everyone from Kim at the front desk to the dentist. They squeezed me in same day to start my cleaning and the dentist hopped on the job as I would have been waiting for a hygienist. This crew rocks. My wife has agreed with the positive experience. Thanks guys! Bradley and Devoney